by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | May 3, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, Physical Therapy Practice, The Bell Method, Vertigo |
Low blood oxygen levels and respiratory issues can cause dizziness. These problems are unrelated to vestibular issues such as BPPV vertigo. Vestibular problems and non-vestibular problems may co-occur in the same patient, so a comprehensive assessment is important for...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Apr 30, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, Foot Neuropathy, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy Practice, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability |
Blood Pressure and Vertigo People who have problems such as hypertension or hypotension may experience dizziness from the blood pressure itself. We may also find that there is a link between blood pressure and vertigo or dizziness, related to the vestibular system....
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Mar 30, 2022 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, Physical Therapy Practice, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation |
Dizziness and Anxiety Most patients with dizziness tend to show symptoms of stress. For some patients, dizziness and vertigo can trigger clinically diagnosable anxiety symptoms. We often think of dizziness or vertigo causing anxiety, due to the stress. Yet some people...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Feb 14, 2022 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Physical Therapy Practice, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability |
Lightheadedness and Presyncope When a patient complains of “dizziness,” it may not always be a vestibular issue. There are many non-vestibular causes of dizziness. Lightheadedness and Presyncope are two symptoms that patients may be experiencing when they...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Jan 31, 2022 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Rolling Over, Dizziness with Lying Down, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, FAQs, Physical Therapy Practice, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation |
Many people suffer from reflux and vertigo. Heartburn is another term for reflux. If reflux gets to be a chronic problem, it can eventually lead to GERD. That stands for gastro-esophageal reflux disease. What is the Link between Reflux and Vertigo? Refluxed food...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Dec 30, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Rolling Over, Dizziness with Lying Down, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, FAQs, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Physical Therapy Practice, Preventing Falls, San Diego, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability |
Dizziness after cancer treatment is a common complaint. In my experience, there are five reasons why people experience dizziness after cancer treatment. 1. Tumor Location The location of the tumor can cause dizziness. Tumors in the brain or ears can contribute to...